Kaprizov (lower body) is slated to be out "longer than we originally expected," GM Bill Guerin said Friday, per NHL.com.

EDGE Analysis

The Wild expected Kaprizov to miss a minimum of four weeks after undergoing surgery in late January. While a timetable for his return remains unclear, Guerin's recent statement suggests the 27-year-old forward is not close to being available. Kaprizov has been fantastic when healthy this campaign, supplying 23 goals and 52 points in 37 appearances.